Producer Sirish\'s recent comments about Ram Charan in an interview with a YouTube channel created quite a stir. In response, Dil Raju stepped in today to put the controversy to rest. He explained that since it was Sirish\'s first interview, he may have spoken emotionally, and that there are absolutely no differences between them and Ram Charan. Dil Raju emphasized that even during the Sankranti release clash of two films, both Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan extended their support.\r\nShirish later issued an apology letter stating that he didn\'t make any derogatory comments about Ram Charan and that their production house has a very cordial relation with Chiranjeevi and family.\r\nDil Raju pointed out that when director Shankar was away working on Indian 2, Charan chose not to take up another film and waited specifically for Game Changer, which, according to Raju, shows Charan\'s commitment. He stated that he has been closely associated with Game Changer, while Sirish was only involved with Sankranthiki Vastunnam.&nbsp;\r\nThe film Game Changer, starring Ram Charan, SJ Suryah, and Kiara Advani, was released with high expectations on Sankranthi, but the result was anything but favorable. Producer Shirish spoke about the aftermath of the film\'s failure, mentioning that nobody, including Ram and Shankar, reached out to him and his brother as a courtesy or to offer help. However, Dil Raju clarified that Sirish spoke from a distributor\'s perspective and that there was no other intent behind his comments.\r\nShirish\'s apology letter has put the controversy to rest, and it seems that the production house values its relationship with the mega family. The incident highlights the challenges and risks involved in the film industry, and the importance of maintaining good relationships between producers, directors, and actors.&nbsp;

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Producer Shirish Apologised 

Shirish Offers Apology Regarding His Comments About Ram Charan

Vishnu Manchu starrer recently released film Kannappa has scored a big deal for its television premiere in Hindi. The film\'s Hindi version\'s satellite rights have been sold for a whopping Rs 20 Crore. Vishnu Manchu\'s magnum opus featuring a stellar star cast including Akshay Kumar, Kajal Aggarwal and cameos by Prabhas, Mohanlal and more, is continuing to win the audience\'s hearts in theatres.\r\nThe movie\'s Hindi satellite rights have been acquired for a whopping amount of Rs 20 crore. This is a major achievement by the film, especially at a time when it is unfortunately hit by piracy. Despite the challenges, the film\'s success is a testament to its appeal and the hard work of its makers.\r\nKannappa stars Vishnu Manchu in the titular role of Thinnadu, a fearless warrior who becomes a devoted follower of Lord Shiva. The film features Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva, Mohanlal as Kirata, and Prabhas in the role of Rudra, promising a spectacular cinematic experience. Priety Mukhundan plays the female lead.&nbsp;\r\nThe music is composed by Stephan Devassy, while cinematography is handled by US-based Sheldon Chau alongside Siddharth. Prabhu Deva choreographed the dance sequences, and Antony, a renowned editor, managed the film&rsquo;s editing. The film\'s success is also attributed to the efforts of its cast and crew, who have worked tirelessly to bring this epic story to life.&nbsp;

Kannappa Scores Big with Hindi Satellite 

Kannappa Non-Theatrical Business Starts With A Bang

The much-awaited Hari Hara Veera Mallu trailer will finally hit screens on July 3, 2025, and it has already received a massive boost. Pawan Kalyan watched the trailer and felt thoroughly impressed. The makers today showed him the final cut, and it is being heard that he is impressed with its visual quality and grandeur. The Hari Hara Veera Mallu team sought Pawan Kalyan&rsquo;s approval before announcing the trailer launch. After watching the complete version, he appreciated the visuals, the gripping action, and the overall cinematic impact, fully supporting its grand unveiling.
The film boasts a stellar cast, with Pawan Kalyan leading the charge, while Nidhhi Agerwal plays the female lead. Bollywood actor Bobby Deol steps into a powerful role, with Nargis Fakhri, Nora Fatehi, and Nasser handling important supporting characters. Composer MM Keeravani, an Academy Award winner, has scored the film&rsquo;s music. His powerful soundtrack adds emotional depth and grandeur to the movie. The team has already shared promotional content, and fans have given it a strong positive response so far.
Producer A. Dayakar Rao, under the Mega Surya Production banner, has backed this big-budget film, while AM Rathnam presents it. The filmmakers plan to release Hari Hara Veera Mallu in multiple Indian languages, ensuring it reaches a wide audience across regions. With Pawan Kalyan&rsquo;s firm support and the trailer launch just days away, the buzz around this film continues to skyrocket. The countdown to one of 2025&rsquo;s most ambitious and awaited Indian films has officially begun.
The film's story follows a rebellious outlaw who fights against the Mughal Empire, delivering an intense period drama rooted in Indian history. Director AM Jyothi Krishna will bring this historical action saga to theatres on July 24, 2025. The makers will launch the trailer across multiple theatres in India on July 3. With the trailer launch and release date approaching, fans are eagerly waiting to witness the grandeur and cinematic impact of Hari Hara Veera Mallu.

PK Watched Final Cut Of HHVM

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Trailer Gets a Boost from Pawan Kalyan

Whenever a producer or director comments against a hero, they naturally tend to grab attention and create a lot of discussion. Something similar happened in the case of Dil Raju\'s brother Sirish, who happened to make a straightforward comment against Ram Charan. He commented that Charan and director Shankar did not even make a courtesy phone call after Game Changer\'s disaster.\r\nDil Raju, a veteran producer, clarified on the matter, stating that his brother Sirish was not an integral part of the Game Changer project. He shared that he had great respect and concern for Ram Charan, who was very dedicated towards the film without&nbsp; having other commitments. Dil Raju pacified the issue by saying certain statements fell out of context and aren\'t to be treated too seriously. He appeared to be still in a great relationship with Charan as he hinted about another potential collaboration with him in the future.\r\nDil Raju addressed the issue directly, saying that Ram Charan was very helpful to them and stood by Game Changer. He clarified that there are no misunderstandings between them and Ram Charan, and his brother Shirish got emotional and carried away by manipulative questions from the interviewer. Dil Raju also announced that they plan to work with Ram Charan again soon and an official announcement will be made soon.\r\nDil Raju\'s clarification has put an end to the speculation about strained relations between Ram Charan and the production house. It seems that the producers and Ram Charan have a good rapport, and they are looking forward to working together again in the future. With Game Changer\'s box office performance being a topic of discussion, Dil Raju\'s statement has brought some clarity to the situation.\r\n<div></div>

Dil Raju Clarification About RC

Dil Raju Clarifies on Shirish Comments About Ram Charan 

\r\nPanchayat Season 4 has become India\'s most-watched series over the last weekend of June, pulling in 8.8 million views and even beating the global hit Squid Game Season 3, which got 4.8 million views. Panchayat, this season dives into panchayat elections while mixing humor and heartfelt moments&mdash;something fans keep coming back for. The series, which debuted on June 24, received widespread acclaim for its relatable storytelling, gentle humour, and grounded portrayal of rural governance.\r\nThe hit series, featuring Jitendra Kumar and Neena Gupta, registered a staggering 8.8 million views in its debut weekend, making it the most successful premiere for any OTT original in India this year so far. The fourth installment of the widely celebrated rural dramedy returned with fresh political drama set in the fictional village of Phulera. This season&rsquo;s storyline revolves around a fierce rivalry between Manju Devi (Neena Gupta) and Kranti Devi, heightening the local tensions and setting the stage for a high-stakes village election.\r\nOther notable performers in the top five included Criminal Justice Season 4, which continues to maintain a loyal viewership base with 4.5 million views since May, thanks to Pankaj Tripathi\'s performance in just three episodes. The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 also drew crowds after a star-studded episode, reaching 3.8 million views. Rounding out the top five is Kerala Crime Files 2 with its gritty police drama and a strong showing of 3.4 million views&mdash;proving regional stories are making big waves too.\r\nThe viewership figures released on Monday, June 30, showed that Indian audiences had a variety of choices in streaming content as platforms rolled out fresh seasons of highly anticipated originals. From small-town political rivalries to international thrillers, OTT platforms recorded massive numbers of viewers. Panchayat Season 4\'s success is a testament to the popularity of well-crafted storytelling and relatable characters, and it will be interesting to see how other shows perform in the coming weeks.\r\n

Panchayat Leads Squid Game

Panchayat Outperforms Squid Game 3 in Indian OTT Viewership

\r\nAbhishek Bachchan has finally broken his silence on the rumors about a \'rift\' in his marriage with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. In a recent interview, Abhishek spoke about the constant speculation and gossip and trolling, and how all of it affects him and his family. Abhishek and Aishwarya have been married since 2007 and are parents to their 13-year-old daughter Aaradhya Bachchan. Over the past year, there have been numerous reports in the media hinting at possible marital discord and even separation between the star couple.\r\nAbhishek revealed that while he used to be unaffected by such rumors, he is now upset because they impact his family. \"Earlier, things said about me didn\'t affect me,\" Abhishek said, adding, \"But today, I have a family, and it\'s very upsetting. Even if I clarify something, people twist it. Because negative news sells.\" He emphasized that he\'s no longer concerned about what the public thinks of him, but he\'s upset about how such rumors affect his loved ones.\r\nAbhishek also pointed out that trolling has become a \"fad\" in today\'s digital age. He shared an incident involving a nasty social media comment, and how his friend Sikandar Kher reacted to it. \"It\'s easy to hide behind a screen and write hurtful things. But even the strongest person feels the impact. If someone has the guts to say it to my face, I\'ll respect that,\" Abhishek said. Despite the negativity, Abhishek maintained that he does not let online rumors define his truth.\r\nAbhishek is set to star in Kaalidhar Laapata, which will premiere on ZEE5 on July 4. The film also stars Zeeshan Ayyub and Daivik Bhagela, and is directed by Madhumita. Abhishek\'s recent interview has shed light on the impact of rumors and trolling on his personal life, and how he is choosing to focus on his family and career amidst the speculation.\r\n

Abhishek Opens up On Divorce

Abhishek Bachchan Speaks Out on Divorce Rumors

\r\nDil Raju mocks Nithiin. Nithiin is gearing up to entertain movie lovers with his film Thammudu. The film directed by Venu Sriram is releasing on 4 July 2025.\r\nNow, speaking at an event, star producer Dil Raju, mocked Nithiin. He said \"When I saw you while making Dil and when I saw Allu Arjun while making Arya, I thought you both will reach a similar stage of stardom in the future. Unfortunately, Nithiin, you haven\'t been able to achieve that expected level of stardom,\"\r\nNithiin however took it sportily and hoped that Thammudu and his upcoming project Yellamma may help him reach the next level of stardom in the industry.\r\nVenu Sriram\'s Thammudu stars Sapthami Gowda as the female lead while&nbsp; Laya, Swasika, Varsha Bollamma, and Saurabh Sachdeva in important roles. The music for the film is tuned by Ajaneesh Lokanath and the film is bankrolled on Sri Venkateswara Creations banner.\r\n

Star Producer mocks Thammudu

Dil Raju mocks Nithiin

\r\nHere is the update on Hari Hara Veera Mallu post-production.&nbsp; Pawan Kalyan\'s period entertainer Hari Hara Veera Mallu is releasing in two parts. The first part titlted Sword vs Spirit is slated for release on 24 July 2025.\r\nThe film\'s trailer will be released tomorrow in an extravagant manner across theatres in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to delight all the fans. In the meantime, the film\'s post production is in full swing and inside talk is the makers started the final sound mixing today and it will be wrapped on time without any further delay.\r\nNidhhi Agerwal and Bobby Deol are playing main roles while Nargis Fakhri, Nora Fatehi, Jisshu Sen Gupta, Nassar,Satyaraj, Pujita Ponnada,Anasuya,Sachin Khedekar, Raghu Babu,Subbaraju,Sunil and Anupam Kher&nbsp; will be seen in key roles.&nbsp; \r\nMusic is tuned by Keeravani and the film is produced by AM.Ratnam on Mega Surya Production banner.\r\n

Status of HHVM post production

Here is the update on Hari Hara Veera Mallu post production

Pushpa signature style goes viral at Wimbledon. Icon Star Allu Arjun's action entertainer Pushpa The Rise and Pushpa The Rule broke many records at the box office.

Allu Arjun's style, mannerisms, and dialogue delivery captured the imagination of all. Many of his dialogues, dance movements and style statements are used not only by politicians in the country but also sportspersons across the world.

Now, Pushpa showed its power at Wimbledon. Ahead of the top tennis player Novak Djokovic's first Wimbledon game this season against France's Alexandre Muller, the official Instagram handle of the 'Grass Slam' shared a post driving all crazy. They shared Djokovic's digital avatar with his name written in Pushpa title font, more interestingly in Telugu 'Thaggede Le'.

Allu Arjun is currently busy with his next under the direction of Atlee. The film is touted to be a sci fi thriller. Apart from it, he also has Pushpa The Rampage, the third in Pushpa franchise.

Pushpa shows power at Wimbledon

Pushpa signature style goes viral at Wimbledon

\r\nThe highly anticipated Season 9 of Bigg Boss Telugu has been officially announced, and it comes with a major twist. Nagarjuna Akkineni is returning as the host, and commoners can now join the show alongside celebrities. The makers of Bigg Boss Telugu 9, Endemol Shine India, dropped a promo video featuring Nagarjuna, who revealed the big twist.\r\nIn the video, Nagarjuna says, \"You have loved Bigg Boss till now. So, it\'s time to give you a return gift&hellip; this time, not just celebrities, but you also get the opportunity to take part in the show.\" The inclusion of commoners is a first for Bigg Boss Telugu. The fresh format is expected to bring new drama, challenges, and interactions that could change the dynamics of the show entirely.\r\nNagarjuna has hosted the show since Season 3 and has become a fan favorite with his engaging style and sharp questioning. His return for Season 9 puts to rest all rumors of him being replaced. Nagarjuna explained how to apply for the show in 5 easy steps. Fans can now participate in the show alongside celebrities, making it an exciting opportunity for commoners.\r\nWith the new twist and Nagarjuna\'s return as host, Bigg Boss Telugu 9 is shaping up to be an exciting and unpredictable season. Fans are eagerly awaiting the show\'s premiere and are excited to see the new contestants and challenges that the show has in store.\r\n

Bigg Boss Telugu 9- A New Twist

Bigg Boss Telugu Contest To Participate In Show

\r\nAfter wrapping Ramayan, Ranbir head for vacation. Ranbir Kapoor after wrapping his devotional entertainer Ramayan helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, now decided to head for vacation along with his wife Alia Bhatt.\r\nRanbir was spotted along with his wife Alia Bhatt and mother, Neetu Kapoor at the Mumbai airport heading for a vacation. In the viral videos, Ranbir Kapoor could be seen in an electric blue tracksuit as he poses with his mother, Neetu Kapoor and wife Alia Bhatt at the airport.\r\nFor the journey, Alia also opted for comfortable attire. She donned a casual white t-shirt teamed with black wide-bottomed pants and teamed it with a cap from her husband\'s brand, ARK. Rabir\'s mother and veteran actress Neetu Kapoor joined them in an all black outfit. As per some reports, the family is headed to London for some downtime.\r\nRanbir\'s Ramayan directed by Nitesh Tiwari is releasing in two parts. The first part is releasing on Diwali 2026 and second part on Diwali 2027.\r\n

Ranbir and Alia head for vacation

After wrapping Ramayan and Ranbir head for vacation

Chiranjeevi visits the sets of Ustaad Bhagat Singh. Power Star Pawan Kalyan is starring in a high octane mass action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh.

&nbsp;The film directed by Harish Shankar is generating immense interest as Pawan Kalyan&nbsp; and Harish Shankar earlier cameup with the blockbuster Gabbar Singh.

According to the latest, Ustaad Bhagat Singh unit got a huge surprise when Mega Star Chiranjeevi visited the sets. Currently the film's shooting is progressing in full swing at the Aluminum Factory, Hyderabad. Chiranjeevi spent quality time in the sets and the snaps of Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan in the sets are going viral on social media.

The film stars Sreeleela as the female lead while Devi Sri Prasad is the music director. The film is produced in a prestigious manner by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers. Plans are on to release the film in 2026.